In general most states laws that allow people to eliminate or reduce the harmful affect of a criminal record.    The requirements to obtain such forms of relief (often called and expungement, record sealing, set-aside), vary by state.   The best way to find out if you are eligible for an expungement, record setting aside, or other methods of clearing your record is to take an online eligibility test or speak with an attorney (see our list of recommended record clearing attorneys)

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